However, The Daily Star has reported that Rory will return in the final two episodes of the series.

A source said: “Viewers saw Rory shot by a Silurian and then sucked through the crack in the universe. It’s a science fiction show which means anything can happen. Rest assured this isn’t the last you’ll see of Rory.”

'The Pandorica Opens' is due to air on 19 June, with the series finale 'The Big Bang' showing the following week on BBC One.